become good at his job. While Lassiter is rarely seen solving cases, he has an excellent record for "normal" casework, having closed or solved hundreds of routine cases ranging from petty theft to murder. His approach favors simple explanations and he tends to draw obvious conclusions, in sharp contrast to Shawn's theatrics and frequently convoluted explanations. On-screen, he is frequently frustrated in his cases by Shawn's parallel investigations, generally because he must confirm or debunk all of Shawn's psychic 'leads' even when they are wrong. He is also unaware that Shawn frequently conceals or withholds crucial evidence to conduct his own work, usually revealing the deception after the evidence is no longer necessary or it identifies the true perpetrator. By comparison, Lassiter prefers a straightforward investigative approach to form a single accusation and arrest; however, once he has formed his conclusion he can be rigid about changing his mind, especially if the suspect is a known criminal or has committed other illegal acts. Overall, Lassiter is both proud to be a police officer and seemingly organizes his entire life around his job; in a humorous example, he is once shown in a 'casual' outfit that is identical to what he wears to work, just wearing different shoes. Lassiter prides himself on his sternness and professionalism but is frequently shocked to discover that his peers, colleagues, and (occasionally) suspects do not hold him in equally high regard. In "Extradition: British Columbia," after successfully apprehending a master thief that he has spent years tracking down, the thief rebuffs Lassiter's gloating, commenting that he has no idea who Lassiter is. In contrast to Shawn's mercurial demeanor, Lassiter is remarkably consistent and stubborn, with none of these deflating instances nor Shawn's constant belittling ever impacting his ego for more than a few moments. In playful recognition of Lassiter's persistence, endearing loyalty, and dedication, Shawn frequently refers to him as, 'Lassie', intended to be both a jab at Lassiter's name and an affectionate comparison to the beloved icon -- which Lassiter openly hates. Lassiter is a Republican, having punched Shawn in the face when he said that Ronald Reagan was a terrible president (after he refused when Shawn asked him to punch him because he was undercover). He also reveals this by referring to residents of a local commune as "flag burners." He has the theme song of the show Cops as his ringtone. He